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Conviction
At this moment of inflection in technology, co-hosts Elad Gil and Sarah Guo talk to the world's leading AI engineers, researchers and founders about the biggest questions: How far away is AGI? What markets are at risk for disruption? How will commerce, culture, and society change? What’s happening in state-of-the-art in research? “No Priors” is your guide to the AI revolution. Email feedback to show@no-priors.com.Sarah Guo is a startup investor and the founder of Conviction, an investment firm purpose-built to serve intelligent software, or "Software 3.0" companies. She spent nearly a decade incubating and investing at venture firm Greylock Partners.Elad Gil is a serial entrepreneur and a startup investor. He was co-founder of Color Health, Mixer Labs (which was acquired by Twitter). He has invested in over 40 companies now worth $1B or more each, and is also author of the High Growth Handbook.
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May 22, 2024 • 39min
The Data Foundry for AI with Alexandr Wang from Scale
In this discussion, Alexandr Wang, the dropout founder and CEO of Scale AI, dives into the critical importance of data in shaping the future of artificial intelligence. He reveals how Scale started with autonomous vehicles and has now extended its reach to supporting research labs and government initiatives. The conversation touches on the need for high-quality data to build trust in AI, the complexities of human-AI collaboration, and the challenges of optimizing AI models for better outcomes. Wang also addresses future prospects and the evolution of AI infrastructure.
May 16, 2024 • 30min
Music consumers are becoming the creators with Suno CEO Mikey Shulman
Mikey Shulman, CEO and co-founder of Suno and a Harvard PhD in physics, discusses the merging worlds of music creators and consumers. He shares insights on how Suno democratizes music creation, allowing users to generate songs from text prompts. The conversation delves into challenges in evaluating music aesthetics and quality in AI, as well as surprising use cases for Suno's technology. A highlight is a live demonstration where they create a song together, showcasing AI's potential to revolutionize music production.
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May 9, 2024 • 29min
Context windows, computer constraints, and energy consumption with Sarah and Elad
Dive into the latest advancements in AI, from Meta's innovative assistant to the realm of generative music technologies that could redefine content creation. Discover how smaller AI models are evolving and the implications of device-specific hardware. The discussion delves into the complexities of platform dependencies and the balance between cloud and client-side computing. Energy constraints and geopolitical factors also take center stage, along with fun anecdotes that keep the conversation lively.
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May 2, 2024 • 29min
Cognition’s Scott Wu on how Devin, the AI software engineer, will work for you
Scott Wu, co-founder and CEO of Cognition, is a top coder and competitive programming expert creating innovative AI solutions. He introduces Devin, an AI software engineer meant to complement human engineers rather than replace them. The discussion highlights Devin's user-friendly interface that allows engineers to see the coding process in real-time, improving results. Scott also shares insights on how the rise of AI will shape engineering roles, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and creativity in the evolving tech landscape.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 31min
OpenAI’s Sora team thinks we’ve only seen the "GPT-1 of video models"
Tim Brooks leads the Sora team at OpenAI, working on groundbreaking generative video models. He dives into the capabilities of these models, which create high-definition video clips from text prompts, emphasizing we're still in the early stages of this technology. The team discusses the importance of safety to prevent deep fakes and misinformation, as well as the role of user feedback in refining the model. They touch on how advancements in video generation may bring us closer to achieving artificial general intelligence while balancing innovation and responsibility.
Apr 18, 2024 • 25min
The Future of AI Artistry with Suhail Doshi from Playground AI
Suhail Doshi, founder of Playground AI, discusses the intersection of AI and artistry. He elaborates on how multimodal models enhance creativity by integrating language and vision. The conversation dives into Playground AI's user-friendly interface, promoting accessibility in AI-generated art. Suhail shares insights on the evolution of AI architectures, particularly diffusion models, and their applications in various artistic domains. Excitingly, he envisions a future where AI continues to revolutionize creative processes, unlocking new possibilities for artists.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 26min
Hyperscaler strategy in AI, the application landscape heats up, and what we know now about agents with Sarah and Elad
Sarah and Elad dive into the exciting world of AI, comparing its rapid evolution to the internet boom. They explore significant investments in AI, including the Microsoft/Inflection deal, and discuss emerging trends in voice cloning and video technology. The conversation highlights advances in agentic user interfaces, making interactions with AI more intuitive. Lastly, they uncover the growing prosumer market, emphasizing how advanced tools like Canva are shaping user adoption and enhancing decision-making in the digital landscape.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 38min
The argument for humanoid AI robots with Brett Adcock from Figure
In this discussion, Brett Adcock, Founder and CEO of Figure AI, dives into the evolution of humanoid robots designed to take on dull and dangerous tasks. He shares why now is the ideal time for these robots to enter both industrial and domestic spaces. Brett reveals impressive capabilities of his robots, such as walking and making coffee, and highlights strategic partnerships with BMW and OpenAI. The conversation also touches on addressing social acceptance for AI robots and the vital role of innovative teamwork in shaping their future.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 28min
Open sourcing AI app development with Harrison Chase from LangChain
Harrison Chase, CEO and co-founder of LangChain, dives into the world of open-source AI app development. He discusses the challenges faced by enterprise teams in training apps effectively, emphasizing the need for improved memory in AI. The conversation touches on the importance of adaptable prompts and switching between different model APIs. Harrison also shares insights on the evolution of AI applications and the impact of user experience in fostering innovation. Tune in for a fascinating look at the future of AI development!
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Mar 21, 2024 • 39min
Speed will win the AI computing battle with Tuhin Srivastava from Baseten
Tuhin Srivastava, CEO and co-founder of Baseten, specializes in scalable AI infrastructure. He shares insights on why speed is crucial for AI development, emphasizing the need for efficient code rather than no-code solutions. The conversation highlights surprising use cases for Baseten and discusses the challenges of AI training and deployment in the current landscape. Tuhin also tackles the impact of hardware shortages and the defensibility of jobs in AI, arguing that strategic investment in computing is essential for future success.
